Ranaudo posted a 4-3 record with a 4.81 ERA in 2014 for Boston in 39 1/3 innings pitched. Ross went 3-6 with a 6.20 ERA in 78 1/3 innings for the Rangers.

Rangers pitcher Robbie Ross preparing to pitch in relief in 2015

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(12/4/2014)The Rangers told pitcher Robbie Ross to prepare for a relief role in 2015, according to the Fort Worth Star-Telegram. Ross went 3-6 with a 6.20 ERA in 2014, which included a 1-6 record and 5.70 ERA in 12 starts.

Robbie Ross earns win Wednesday vs. A's

by R.J. White | CBSSports.com

(9/18/2014)Rangers pitcher Robbie Ross picked up a win Wednesday, striking out one in 1 2/3 scoreless innings in his team's 6-1 victory over the A's.

Ross (3-6) was one of three pitchers to appear in the bottom of the eighth inning Wednesday, and after the Rangers scored six runs on three A's relievers in the top of the ninth, Ross finished off the win with a clean bottom half of the final inning. He owns a 6.39 ERA and 49:29 K:BB ratio in 74 2/3 innings.

Robbie Ross has nightmare outing Thursday

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(9/5/2014)Rangers pitcher Robbie Ross had a nightmare of an outing and was yanked after two innings Thursday night at home against Seattle, dropping to 2-6 on the season. He was shelled for six runs on five hits and three walks over 1 2/3 innings of work.

Ross has allowed six earned runs in two of his lats three starts. He owns a 6.25 ERA and a 1.69 WHIP over 72 innings of work. His next start will come Wednesday at home against the Angels.

Robbie Ross settles for no-decision

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(8/30/2014)Rangers pitcher Robbie Ross wasn't a factor into the decision Saturday against Houston. The right-hander issued three walks and struck out five in five no-hit innings of a 2-0 defeat. Phil Klein took over for him and allowed two unearned runs in the seventh.

Ross lowered his ERA from 6.06 to 5.63 on the year. It remains to be seen if he'll remain on the big-league roster or if he'll be sent back down to Triple-A Round Rock.

Robbie Ross recalled from Triple-A

Ross struggled both as a starter and a reliever for the Rangers this season, posting a 6.06 ERA in 65 1/3 innings. He will be used out of the bullpen moving forward.

Miles Mikolas dealing with shoulder fatigue; Robbie Ross to start in his place

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(8/29/2014)Rangers pitcher Miles Mikolashas been scratched from Saturday's start against Houston because of right shoulder fatigue, the team announced. The team will recall left-hander Robbie Ross from Triple-A Round Rock for the start.

Rangers prepping Robbie Ross for a 'pen role

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(8/26/2014)Rangers pitcher Robbie Ross will return to the team from Triple-A Round Rock when rosters expand in September, and the Dallas Morning News reports he is expected to pitch out of the bullpen when he does.

Ross appeared as a long-reliever in his last game for Round Rock. He made nine starts for Round Rock before that appearance.

Jon Edwards up, Robbie Ross out in Texas

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(8/15/2014)The Rangers optioned pitcher Robbie Ross to Triple-A Round Rock Friday, the team announced. Jon Edwards was recalled to take his place on the active roster.

Robbie Ross coughs up six runs in loss to Rays

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(8/15/2014)Rangers starting pitcher Robbie Ross had an outing to forget Thursday night against the Rays, dropping to 2-5 on the season. The right-hander coughed up six runs on eight hits and two walks while striking out three over 4 1/3 innings of work.

Home runs to Evan Longoria and Logan Forsythe proved to be the difference. Ross has allowed 14 earned runs over his last 7 2/3 innings of work. He owns a 6.06 ERA and a 1.70 WHIP over 65 1/3 innings. He will make his next start Wednesday in Miami.

Robbie Ross getting the nod from Triple-A Thursday

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(8/14/2014)The Rangers will recall pitcher Robbie Ross to start Thursday, after Yu Darvish was scratched and placed on the disabled list with elbow inflammation.

Ross has been pitching at Triple-A since he was sent down in late June and has a 5.10 ERA in nine appearances. Though the numbers don't show it, general manager Jon Daniels told MLB.com he thinks Ross has improved in his time down.

"He is throwing the ball well," Rangers general manager Jon Daniels said. "We felt like he's made progress and is ready to get an opportunity. He would have been up in September anyway. He feels good and has his confidence back. He made a couple of mechanical adjustments, but the main thing is he has his confidence back."

Ross had a 5.61 ERA in 18 appearances with the Rangers before he was sent down.

Robbie Ross sent down, Aaron Poreda takes his place

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(6/17/2014)The Rangers optioned pitcher Robbie Ross to Triple-A Round Rock Tuesday, to open up a spot for the recall of Aaron Poreda .

Ross lost his rotation spot in late May, and has faired little better since joining the bullpen. He has a 5.61 ERA and 1.66 WHIP over 61 innings this season.

Robbie Ross missing his spots lately

by Larry Hartstein | CBSSports.com

(6/17/2014)Rangers reliever Robbie Ross has allowed six runs on eight hits over three innings in his last three outings, notes MLB.com. "He's missing his spots," manager Ron Washington said.

"When he hits his spots, he's good. If he misses, that's when he gets in trouble. He's just not getting the ball where he wants it."

Robbie Ross Ks two in win over O's

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(6/6/2014)Rangers pitcher Robbie Ross (2-4) struck out two in two perfect innings, picking up a relief win Thursday night against the Orioles. The southpaw lowered his ERA from 4.85 to 4.68 after Thursday's 8-6 win. He owns a 1.56 WHIP and 37:17 K:BB ratio in 57 2/3 innings of relief.

Scott Baker to start Friday, Robbie Ross removed from rotation

by R.J. White | CBSSports.com

(5/20/2014)The Rangers have made a change to this week's rotation plans, with Scott Baker earning a start Friday against the Tigers and Robbie Ross being removed from the rotation, the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports.

Ross gets replaced after going 1-4 with a 4.78 ERA and 34:16 K:BB ratio in 49 innings over nine starts. He surrendered just one earned run in his last outing but also walked four batters and couldn't make it through five innings.

Baker made one extended relief appearance with the Rangers earlier in May, giving up two earned runs in 5 1/3 innings. In six starts with Triple-A Round Rock, he's 4-1 with a 3.32 ERA and 30:11 K:BB ratio in 38 innings.

Robbie Ross chased in fifth inning

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(5/18/2014)Rangers starting pitcher Robbie Ross struggled with his pitch efficiency Saturday, in a 4-2 loss to the Blue Jays.

Ross allowed just one run, but lasted only 4 1/3 innings in the game, while racking up 91 pitches. He struck out just two and walked four batters, while allowing three hits to go along.

Ross settled for a no-decision despite his early exit, and remains 1-4 in nine starts, with a 4.78 ERA. His next start is set for Friday in Detroit.

Ross had been scheduled to be skipped this time through the rotation, but injuries to multiple Texas starters have put him back in the mix to start Saturday. Martinez, who is tentatively slated to make Sunday's start, threw 39 pitches in relief Monday and another 34 in relief Wednesday.

Rangers retool starting rotation

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(5/12/2014)The Rangers retooled their rotation for an upcoming three-game weekend series against the Blue Jays, MLB.com reports. On Friday, Yu Darvish will make the start, followed by Colby Lewis on Saturday and Matt Harrison on Sunday.

Robbie Ross, who was originally scheduled to start Saturday, will be pushed back to Tuesday. The Rangers also have the option of sliding Joe Saunders into Ross' rotation spot on Tuesday. The moves were made so that Colby Lewis and Matt Harrison would avoid pitching in a National League park. The Rangers have a three-game series scheduled at Washington starting May 30.

Robbie Ross gets roughed up again Sunday

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(5/11/2014)Rangers starting pitcher Robbie Ross continued to struggle on Sunday at home against the Red Sox, as he was pegged with his fourth loss of the season in a 5-2 defeat. The southpaw was charged with five runs on six hits and two walks while striking out three in 6 2/3 innings.

Ross (1-4) made it past the sixth inning for the first time since April 15. Since that game, he is 0-4 with a 7.76 ERA in his last five starts. He will make his next start Saturday at home against Toronto.

Time to call Robbie Ross a loss

by Scott White | Senior Fantasy Writer

(5/7/2014)When Robbie Ross won a rotation spot in spring training, the main benefit for Fantasy owners was another SPARP (starting pitcher as relief pitcher) added to the player pool. Particularly in points leagues, any starting pitcher eligible to be used at relief pitcher has added value since the average starting pitcher will outscore the average closer.

But unfortunately, through seven starts, Ross has proven to be below average.

It goes beyond just the 12-hit disaster at Coors Field Tuesday. As a general rule, any pitcher who struggles there gets a free pass from me. But I'm less forgiving of the ones who allowed 11 hits over 3 1/3 innings the last time they pitched.

Ross has his strengths -- an ability to throw strikes, for one -- but he's just too hittable for mixed-league use. Even as a reliever last year, when he had a couple extra miles per hour on his fastball, he allowed 9.1 hits per nine innings, which would be a below-average rate for a starter. With the expected step back in his new role, he's safely in AL-only territory for me.

Robbie Ross rocked for third straight loss

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(5/7/2014)Rangers starting pitcher Robbie Ross struggled from the very start Tuesday against the Rockies, in a 12-1 loss.

Ross was actually given a 1-0 lead in the first inning, but promptly gave it back for good. He was tagged for two runs in the first inning, and then one more in the third an fifth innings, before being chased in the sixth, down 5-1.

Ross was ultimately charged with six runs in 5 1/3 innings of work, and he didn't seem to have any success fooling the Rockies. He allowed 12 hits, four for extra bases, while walking and striking out one batter each.

Ross got off to a strong start to the season, but has seen his ERA balloon to 4.74 thanks to 12 earned runs allowed over his last two innings. He is now 1-3 in seven starts, and will try to get back on track in his next start, set for Sunday against the Red Sox.

Robbie Ross rocked for 10 runs Wednesday

by R.J. White | CBSSports.com

(4/30/2014)Rangers pitcher Robbie Ross had a night to forget Wednesday, giving up 10 runs (six earned) on 11 hits and one walk in 3 1/3 innings while striking out two in his team's 12-1 loss to the A's.

Ross (1-2) made it through two innings before falling apart during a seven-run third inning that featured Elvis Andrus' second error of the game. The Rangers would commit two more errors during a three-run fourth inning, and while Ross didn't pitch particularly well, he was obviously partly done in by his defense. He owns a 3.86 ERA and 28:9 K:BB ratio in 32 2/3 innings. Ross is slated to face the Rockies in Colorado Tuesday.

Robbie Ross pitches well in no-decision

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(4/26/2014)Rangers starting pitcher Robbie Ross pitched well Friday against the Mariners, but had to settle for a no-decision in a 6-5 loss.

Ross allowed just two runs in six innings of work in his second quality start in three chances. He scattered six hits and walked none for the third straight game, while striking out five on a season-high 101 pitches.

Ross is 1-1 despite having a 2.45 ERA in five starts, and will look to get back over .500 in his next start, Wednesday against Oakland.

Robbie Ross gets hammered by White Sox

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(4/20/2014)Rangers starting pitcher Robbie Ross took a step back on Sunday, suffering his first loss of the season in a 16-2 defeat to the White Sox.

Ross served up two-run homers to Jordan Danks and Jose Abreu. He was charged with seven runs -- four earned -- on seven hits and no walks while striking out eight in 5 1/3 innings. He tossed 86 pitches, 65 of which were strikes.

Ross owns a 2.31 ERA, a 1.24 WHIP and 21:8 K:BB ratio over 23 1/3 innings pitched. He will return to the mound Saturday at Seattle.

Robbie Ross picks up first win in shutout

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(4/15/2014)Rangers starting pitcher Robbie Ross won his first decision Tuesday against the Mariners, while also tossing a quality start in a 5-0 win.

Ross held the Mariners to just five hits in 7 2/3 innings of work, without a run coming across. He struck out just two batters but fed the defense a steady diet of groundballs, picking up 16 of his 23 outs that way.

Ross has been solid in his first stint as a starter in the big leagues. He has a 1.00 ERA in 18 innings of work, with 13 strikeouts and eight walks. His next start is set for Sunday against the White Sox.

The delay in Lewis' return doesn't have to do with his surgically repaired hip. The Rangers are waiting to see if third baseman Adrian Beltre (quadriceps) will need a trip to the disabled list. If Beltre goes on the DL, then the team will have a roster spot for Lewis. If he doesn't, then the Rangers will have to make another move to get him on the roster.

Robbie Ross pitches around control woes

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(4/9/2014)Rangers pitcher Robbie Ross pitched around a half-dozen walks and kept the team in a 4-2 loss to the Red Sox Wednesday.

Ross pitched 5 1/3 innings of one-run ball, with that lone run coming across on an error in the third. He allowed just two hits in addition to his six walks, while striking out four and throwing 51 of 98 pitches for strikes.

Ross has put up a 1.74 ERA in his first two starts, with a WHIP (1.65) almost as high. He has allowed nine hits and eight walks in 10 1/3 innings of work, while striking out 11. He will go for his first win of the season in his third start, set for Tuesday against the Mariners.

Robbie Ross looks fine in first start

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(4/3/2014)Rangers starting pitcher Robbie Ross made just one mistake in his first career start Wednesda against the Phillies, but had to settle for a no-decision in a 4-3 win.

Ross allowed an unearned run in the first inning, and was then tagged for two runs off the bat of Ryan Howard, who took him deep in the third inning. Other than that, he was solid in five innings of work, but left in line for a loss.

Ross was charged with two earned runs in five innings of work, on seven hits and a pair of walks. He struck out seven while throwing 63 of 96 pitches for strikes in his no-decision, as the offense bailed him out with a ninth-inning rally.

Ross acquitted himself quite well in his first major-league start, after 123 appearances out of the bullpen. The Rangers have been forced to rely on some unconventional names in the early rotation, and it is not clear if their injured starters will be back in time to push Ross out of the rotation. His next turn in the rotation is scheduled for Tuesday against the Red Sox.

Tanner Scheppers to make first start - on opening day

by Marty Gitlin | CBSSports.com

(3/26/2014)A right-hander who has never started a major league game will do so for the Rangers next Monday. Tanner Scheppers has earned the nod practically by default.

A back injury that knocked Yu Darvish out for the beginning of the season motivated Ron Washington to give the start to Scheppers, who will try to keep up with Phillies ace Cliff Lee.

Robbie Ross strikes out eight in seven scoreless innings Tuesday

(3/25/2014)Rangers pitcher Robbie Ross tossed a gem Tuesday, allowing four hits and three walks in seven scoreless innings while striking out eight in his team's 5-0 win over the Indians.

Ross hasn't officially made the rotation, but he has emerged as the favorite with an excellent spring campaign, in which he posted a 1.27 ERA and 13:5 K:BB ratio in 21 1/3 innings. He's made 123 relief appearances with the Rangers over the last two seasons, going 10-2 with a 2.62 ERA, 1.26 WHIP and 105:42 K:BB ratio in 127 1/3 innings.

Robbie Ross continues strong spring

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(3/21/2014)Rangers pitcher Robbie Ross is fighting for a rotation spot, and has made a strong case with his last two starts. Ross allowed just one earned run in 5 2/3 innings Thursday, in a 5-4 loss to the Reds.

Ross opened the game allowing an unearned run in the first inning due to a series of defensive miscues, but did not allow that to rattle him. He gave up just one run, on a solo home run in the sixth inning, and was tagged for just five hits and no walks, while striking out three over his 5 2/3 innings of work. Manager Ron Washington came away impressed with his start, but stopped short of telling the Fort Worth Star-Telegram whether Ross has pitched himself into a rotation spot.

"He was getting ahead of hitters and putting them away," manager Ron Washington said. '"He had his good breaking ball, good sinker, using both sides of the plate, throwing the ball up, throwing the ball down. He did everything you can do as a pitcher out there today."

Ross has a 1.88 ERA in four spring appearances, though he has struck out just five batters in 14 1/3 innings of work.

Robbie Ross pitches four scoreless innings Friday

by R.J. White | CBSSports.com

(3/15/2014)Rangers pitcher Robbie Ross allowed five hits in four scoreless innings and didn't record a walk or strikeout in his team's 2-1 loss to the Reds Friday.

Ross has been a key piece in the Texas bullpen the last two seasons but is competing for a spot in the rotation this spring, though he could fill a bullpen role if he doesn't make the rotation. He owns a 2.08 ERA and 2:2 K:BB ratio though 8 2/3 innings this spring.

Robbie Ross makes first Cactus League appearance

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(3/2/2014)Rangers pitcher Robbie Ross turned in a decent outing in his Cactus League debut on Sunday against the White Sox.

Ross surrendered a run-scoring single to Mike McDade in the opening frame for his only blemish of the day. He allowed just one run on two hits and one walk over two innings of work in a 9-7 defeat.

Robbie Ross focusing on his changeup

Following the 2013 season, the team asked Ross whether he still wanted to be a starter. When he said yes, the club asked him to pitch in winter ball. Ross said he wanted to refine the changeup because he knows he needs three pitches in order to succeed as a starter.

Ross was encouraged by his winter league performance. "The changeup was way better [in the Dominican]," Ross said. He added that while he's tinkered with a changeup over the past few years, he's rarely had the confidence to throw one during a game. "I always tried to throw them and work on them when I wasn't in the game, but when I got in a game, I threw my two best ones -- fastball and slider," Ross said.

Last season, Ross posted a 3.03 ERA in 62 1/3 innings.

Robbie Ross goes through winter tune-up

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(1/26/2014)Rangers pitcher Robbie Ross opted to pitch in the Dominican Winter League this offseason to help prepare him to battle for a rotation spot this spring. The left-handed hurler was 0-1 with a 4.05 ERA and .245 opponents' batting average in four starts.

"(It was) just experiencing being a starter again, just going out there and getting some innings logged in," Ross said, per ESPN. "Also just getting stretched out to the point of feeling like ‘Here we go’ right into the possibility of being a starter and stretching out innings wise. Also having those days of rest getting ready. It was definitely a good experience just getting to go there, kind of get the different innings under my belt."

Ross has performed well as a major-league reliever, going 10-2 with a 2.62 ERA and 1.26 WHIP in 123 career appearances. However, he wants to win a spot in the rotation.

"I’ve always wanted to be a starter," Ross said. "That’s been my goal ever since I was younger, and when I got into the big leagues it was like at some point I’d like to start. I like being in the big leagues. Definitely, if I could do I as a starter that would be great, but I also like it as a reliever."

Robbie Ross to play in Dominican Winter League

Ross, who will be on the same winter-league roster as Ranger teammate Neftali Feliz, went 4-2 with a 3.03 ERA, 1.32 WHIP and 58:19 K:BB ratio in 62 1/3 innings over 65 relief appearances in his second major-league season.

However, Ross ran into struggles against left-handers, allowing lefties to hit .344/.416/.544 in 90 at-bats. He held lefties to a .228/.286/.327 line in 101 at-bats during his rookie season in 2012.

Robbie Ross to pitch in long relief role

by R.J. White | CBSSports.com

(8/3/2013)Rangers pitcher Robbie Ross will move to a long relief role in order to work on his problems against left-handers, the Dallas Morning News reports. Left-handers have hit .338/.416/.559 in 68 at-bats against Ross.

Ross has pitched at least two full innings just twice this season, with the last such occurrence coming on May 17.

Robbie Ross undefeated in MLB career

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(5/20/2013)Rangers reliever Robbie Ross earned the win in Sunday's 11-8 victory over Detroit, making him 2-0 this season and 8-0 in his career. Ross tied Yankees' reliever Clay Rapada for the most wins without a loss in MLB history, according to the Fort Worth Star-Telegram.

“Honestly, I think wins start to matter when you’re a starter," Ross said. "If I have a start and get a win, it’s a win. Coming in relief, I’m just trying to help the team win."

Ross has a 0.46 ERA through 18 outings, with five holds and 14 strikeouts in 19 2/3 innings this season.

Robbie Ross to begin season as setup man

by R.J. White | CBSSports.com

(3/27/2013)Rangers manager Ron Washington named left-handed pitcher Robbie Ross as one of his two primary setup men to begin the year, according to the Dallas Morning News. Ross was in the running for a rotation spot this spring before being shifted to the bullpen. Ross has allowed five earned runs in 18 1/3 innings of work, posting a 2.45 ERA and 1.47 WHIP.

Robbie Ross shifted to the bullpen

by Jack Moore | CBSSports.com

(3/22/2013)Robbie Ross, once thought to be a competitor for the Rangers' fifth starter job, has been shifted to the bullpen, ESPN Dallas reports.

Ross, 24, allowed a 3.07 ERA in 14.2 spring innings but struggled with his control. He walked seven batters and hit another, and manager Ron Washington said he was struggling to adapt to the role. The club will use him out of the bullpen, where he posted a 2.22 ERA last season.

Robbie Ross headed to the bullpen

by R.J. White | CBSSports.com

(3/21/2013)The Rangers announced Thursday that left-hander Robbie Ross will pitch out of the bullpen to start the year.

Ross has posted a 3.07 ERA and 1.57 WHIP through 14 2/3 innings this spring, striking out eight and walking seven. He gives the Rangers a second lefty in the bullpen.

The announcement also opens the door for Nick Tepesch to begin the season in the Rangers rotation, although the team could also consider Derek Lowe or outside help for that fifth spot.

Robbie Ross picks up second spring win

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(3/17/2013)Rangers rotation candidate Robbie Ross picked up his second Cactus League win Sunday against the Cubs. Ross, who was originally projected for five innings Sunday, lasted only three as he ran up his pitch count. He tossed three scoreless innings and gave up four hits in an 8-5 victory. He struck out four and walked three as he improved his ERA to 3.07 this spring.

Ross is competing with non-roster invitee Nick Tepesch for the final spot in the rotation. Tepesch has a 3.46 ERA and 10 strikeouts in 13 innings of work.

Rangers looking everywhere for No. 5 starter

by Jeff Lippman | CBSSports.com

(3/17/2013)CBS Sports Baseball Insider Jon Heyman says the Rangers are in the market for a starting pitcher. This comes according to team officials. Two of the names that have been linked to the Rangers are Kyle Lohse and Detroit starter Rick Porcello, who is battling for the Tigers' No. 5 job.

As it stands, the Rangers have an internal camp battle for the spot between Robbie Ross and non-roster invitee Nick Tepesch. The Rangers apparently believe that battle is too close to call right now. Some officials suggest manager Ron Washington would prefer to keep Ross in the bullpen, where he flourished last year.

Other starters who could be available include Aaron Harang, Chris Capuano and Ted Lilly of the Dodgers, Bud Norris of Houston and possibly Jake Arrieta and Zach Britton of Baltimore.

Ross has allowed five earned runs over 11 2/3 innings this spring for a 3.86 ERA with four strikeouts. Tepesch, meanwhile, struggled Saturday and has allowed five earned runs this spring over 13 innings for an ERA of 3.46. He's struck out 10 batters.

Ross shows his wild side

(3/10/2013)Rangers pitcher Robbie Ross walked just four pitchers in his first 11 2/3 innings this spring but was a little wild in Sunday's Cactus League game against the Indians. He allowed two runs on three hits with three walks over 2 2/3 innings. Ross also struck out two while seeing his spring ERA rise to 3.86. "Ross walked too many people," manager Ron Washington said. "He wasn't happy. He wasn't able to back door his cutter like he usually does."

Ross getting stretched out

(3/6/2013)Rangers pitcher Robbie Ross made longest start of the Cactus League on Wednesday against the Cubs. He allowed one run on four hits over four innings of work. The left-hander surrendered a solo homer to Scott Hairston in the first for his lone damage. Ross also struck out one while not issuing a walk. "That home run, I wish I could have done without that," said Ross. "After that I settled down and just threw strikes. I guess it was just that feeling of, I didn't want to do what I did in the first inning."

Ross gives up long ball

(2/27/2013)Rangers pitcher Robbie Ross made his second Cactus League appearance on Wednesday against the White Sox as he continues to compete for a rotation spot. He allowed two runs on four hits over three innings of work. The left-hander surrendered a two-run homer to Paul Konerko in the fifth for his lone damage. Ross also struck out one and walked one. "Just a 3-2 count, a fastball and Konerko got it," Ross told MLB.com. "I felt good. Everything was going right until he got a hold of it."

Ross sharp in spring debut

(2/22/2013)Rangers pitcher Robbie Ross made his spring debut on Friday against the Royals. He pitched two scoreless innings, giving up one hit. Ross, who is competing for a spot in the rotation, threw 19 of his 32 pitches for strikes.

Ross a rotation candidate

(1/18/2013)Rangers pitching coach Mike Maddux told MLB.com Friday that Martin Perez, Robbie Ross and Justin Grimm will be among the candidates to compete for the No. 5 spot in the rotation this spring. Ross went 6-0 with a 2.22 ERA in 58 appearances for Texas last season. "Maybe someone steps up like [Alexi] Ogando did a couple of years ago and claims the spot and prospers with it," Maddux said. "We have some youth in that role, we have some six-year free agents that might qualify for that role, there's still some free agents out there. There's really no telling who the forerunner is on it, but we do have some in-house candidates out there."